How To Get Over the Fear of Posting Content to Social Media

Content Marketing is undoubtedly still the most effective form of marketing for your business. It establishes you as a thought leader, influencer and expert in your field. By providing valuable content and resources and building an audience of loyal followers you drive awareness of your brand, credibility in your industry and new client prospects to your business. But how can you accomplish these things if you are afraid of posting your content to social media? In this video I share proven methods of surmounting the fear of publishing your work so you can reap the substantial benefits of content marketing for your business.
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This video is created for entrepreneurs, designers, creative professionals and people interested in brand strategy, business, graphic design, personal branding and marketing.
Philip VanDusen is the CEO of Verhaal Brand Design, a brand strategy and design agency. Philip is a highly accomplished creative executive and expert in brand strategy, graphic design, marketing and creative management. Philip gives design, branding, marketing, career and business advice to creative professionals, entrepreneurs and companies on how to build successful brands for themselves or for the clients they serve.
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  • @lavishheights
    @lavishheights2 жыл бұрын

    I needed this. I’m a woman with soooo much potential, I almost feel like the world is waiting on me and I’m stepping in my own way. Thank you so much for this.

  • @liopergonsd58

    @liopergonsd58

    2 жыл бұрын

    You go girl

  • @Ness-rin

    @Ness-rin

    2 жыл бұрын

    I can perfectly relate to your comment

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    Жыл бұрын

    You rock Lydia! You can do this. Face the discomfort. ALL real growth happens OUTSIDE you comfort zone.

  • @fluffnpaw2156

    @fluffnpaw2156

    Жыл бұрын

    So relatable, i started to post few weeks back, it was scary at first but it get easier over time :)

  • @avidsaya1172

    @avidsaya1172

    Жыл бұрын

    Did you end up going for it?

  • @vanessamclennan1
    @vanessamclennan1 Жыл бұрын

    I really like the tip imagine yourself one year from now and people are loving your content

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    Жыл бұрын

    It worked for me. That and the commitment to publish 1video a week for 1 year. If I hadn't put that stake in the ground and treated it like a job that first year - I wouldn't be where I am today on YT.

  • @niflashabry976
    @niflashabry9762 жыл бұрын

    Trust me I overthink and feel uneasy even after posting something I like on whatsapp😭

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    2 жыл бұрын

    😅

  • @niflashabry976

    @niflashabry976

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@PhilipVanDusen is it a psychological thing? Is there any way to get rid of it...would be great if you let me know....😣

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@niflashabry976 Nifla, the oNLY way to get rid of it that I know is to create some content, hit "post" and then do it about 50 more times. It eventually goes away.

  • @niflashabry976

    @niflashabry976

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@PhilipVanDusen Thanks alot...will try that.

  • @iamarobot6625

    @iamarobot6625

    2 жыл бұрын

    omg i feel you. i start to get anxious everytime :((

  • @NicoleOlivia
    @NicoleOlivia2 жыл бұрын

    I’m so glad I found this. I had no clue this was a real thing until I just youtube’d what I felt… had no clue there was a community of people that felt the same way.

  • @ambermariemalone
    @ambermariemalone2 ай бұрын

    I love that you respond to comments! My fear is that the people I know will be judging and watching vs. strangers. Coworkers finding out etc. not everyone sees the “KZread” version of me which is still me just not me my estranged family members know. I’m trying to focus on my why though and sharing to be helpful to others.

  • @evatranmusic

    @evatranmusic

    22 күн бұрын

    I feel you, I don’t care strangers seeing my content, I’m scared of people I know see me trying and what IF I don’t succeed, that I would be lame. But no because when I see other people posting content and putting themselves out there, I have nothing but utter respect for them because they are courageous and are out there chasing their passion. So I like to think of it that way

  • @DancingAnxiety91
    @DancingAnxiety91 Жыл бұрын

    I lliked alot of what he said. I have severe social anxiety pretty bad and I love to dance,but find it so hard to do it infront of people unless I've been drinking at a club. I even make dance videos almost everyday, then look at them and end up deleting them instead of posting because I don't like and feel like i would get bad comments or a negative response. I especially have a hard time posting more feminine dances even though I enjoy both feminine and masculine dancing. I'm hoping to be able to overcome this in the future. I may try watching this video everyday to get me out of my shell and my comfort zone and just go for it. Thanks. And thank you to all the comments with similar or relatable stories.

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    Жыл бұрын

    Phillip! (great name btw!...;-) Just do it. Life is short. Be authentically you. There are ALWAYS haters in life, but mark my words the ADMIRERS will out number then 100 to 1. I have faith in you...(thanks for the awesome comment!)

  • @SnezanaPetrov

    @SnezanaPetrov

    Жыл бұрын

    I would love to watch your dancing videos 😍

  • @Splursy
    @Splursy3 жыл бұрын

    I needed this because I been afraid to post more of me thank you Sir

  • @JackieDiy
    @JackieDiy2 жыл бұрын

    I totally agree and that is what I always tell others: Look up to influencers and successful people not to compare yourself to them, but to be inspired and motivated by them. Thank you for your video. Subscribed!

  • @gallivantersalbum
    @gallivantersalbum2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video. I wanted to promote my business on my Facebook, but I was so conscious of what each and every one of my friends think. I went on a deleting spree of my friends list, then I went into a panic mode. What have I done? I am so insecure. Thank you for saying this.

  • @sapphires.5038

    @sapphires.5038

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same I block people before I post on my story. Smh

  • @tekiero

    @tekiero

    2 жыл бұрын

    Lmao I did the same 😅

  • @tshwanedaynightrides173

    @tshwanedaynightrides173

    2 жыл бұрын

    Story of my life XD🤣

  • @rahma4043

    @rahma4043

    2 жыл бұрын

    Why do I relate to this so much 😭

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey Gallivante! Thanks so much for checking out my video! I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment. You can do this.

  • @adrianghm3914
    @adrianghm39143 жыл бұрын

    In general I don't comment to youtube content, but this video is really inspiring for me because I realise that all these social media apps can be used as tools get and give constructive information, even if they can have side effects, I think it depends by the content you consume. Thank you for the advices.

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you got some great value Adrian! Thanks for watching my friend.

  • @Gothicluxury
    @Gothicluxury3 жыл бұрын

    I’m so scared too comment on a live stream and posting videos and I’m scared of my favorite youtubers deleting my comments and live comments when they go live on KZread

  • @Just_Shaun
    @Just_Shaun2 жыл бұрын

    I have this but for LinkedIn. I’m an accounting uni student and whilst my peers and network get into internships with business leaders, I get into lesser known companies that I truly have interest in. But since everyone else gets into the high-end internships, I find it super awkward to post my achievements. It’s so ridiculous, I should be excited and pleased but I am just anxious and insecure…

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    2 жыл бұрын

    I have simple advice: JUST START. It gets easier every time you post - nd with every post the previous ones become less important. The fear is of the unknown. When the posts become "real" the fear dissipates.

  • @sherzodsEnglish
    @sherzodsEnglish Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! I absolutely needed this encouragement.

  • @immaculateclare6641
    @immaculateclare6641 Жыл бұрын

    i just posted a video on instagram after watching this video. i am panicking but trying to internalize everything you have said just to calm me down. i hope it goes well. thank you Philip.

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    Жыл бұрын

    The first ones are the hardest. It gets easier and the more you do the less important each one is - volume makes the pressure less. It’s weird but it works.

  • @zomzom7802
    @zomzom78024 жыл бұрын

    Very inspiring Phillip. Thank you!

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    4 жыл бұрын

    You are very welcome

  • @davidcombs2826
    @davidcombs28262 жыл бұрын

    You said, "people don't watch you as much as you think they do, and most of the time, they may not even notice it" speaking about why people fear posting. While that may be true to a point, what happens when you try to run for public office, or want to do something no one's done before, or hold position of authority? At that point they start watching, and you've graciously supplied them with all of your social media presence over the years for them to pour over, misconstrue, take out of context, and who knows what else. I don't know what I may want to do down the road, but I'm pretty sure it's easier to forego replying to someones controversial post, or grouping myself in with an organization that avows ideas I may, at the moment, agree with, or even post something I may think is harmless and trivial at the time, and avoid having to explain that in a congressional hearing, or in a job interview, or from a news anchor during an ambush interview. I suppose for most people, it may never be an issue but we're creatures of change. What I like now may, and likely will change down the road. I could read a compelling article, do my own research or, in a group discussing with my friends, change my stance on a big issue. It just seems like a risk that's not worth taking in the long run. Even posting here might scream "this guy doesn't really suffer from this or he wouldn't be writing this", but it just occurred to me, I referred to myself as a guy, and 10 years ago, who would have thought that statement would be controversial?

  • @muskduh
    @muskduh2 жыл бұрын

    this is so timely. thanks a bunch!

  • @peteeicher2390
    @peteeicher23902 жыл бұрын

    Inspiring video that encourages to step outside of your comfort zone and not be in fear of posting. You have to remember that you or your companies success shouldn't be held up by naysayers and negative comments to your post. Be true to yourself and you will find that there are many that are in the same boat as you and have the same thoughts and will be encouraged by what you are posting.

  • @holasoysasha
    @holasoysasha2 жыл бұрын

    Much needed pep talk!

  • @the_shygurl2911
    @the_shygurl2911 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this. I really needed it.

  • @alinao625
    @alinao62523 күн бұрын

    Helpful, thanks.

  • @flawlessscentsco.4240
    @flawlessscentsco.4240 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video. This helps a lot.

  • @AHMEDHAMINE
    @AHMEDHAMINE Жыл бұрын

    Thanks you … that was very helpful

  • @Entity_Mindshifts
    @Entity_Mindshifts10 ай бұрын

    Really good advice.

  • @stephh_nz
    @stephh_nz4 жыл бұрын

    Taking notes! 😁 👏👏

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Boom!

  • @dashiajames1882
    @dashiajames18824 жыл бұрын

    When I watched this I got a bit less fearful...!! Reason I'm scared is because I don't have copyright yet. So I'm so afraid someone might steal my work....!! Might claim it's actually there's or I was drawing a for them....??

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Dashia, You don't need to formally file for copyright any more. After you create it, sign it, date it and publish it it is automatically copyrighted.

  • @BrittneyStyleTheory
    @BrittneyStyleTheory2 жыл бұрын

    I just posted a video on my channel and I feel like I'm having a bit of a panic attack. This happens every time I post anything resembling my actual real life personality, which can be big. I feel like I have to scale myself down and water myself down for KZread and I feel that I can't share my opinion. I don't want to just be someone who relays information though, I want people to see who I am and be authentic because I think people will relate more. It's SO difficult. I've trashed videos I've spent days working on out of fear and anxiety. Thanks for posting.

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Brittney - thanks for commenting and sharing so honestly. I checked out a few of your videos and I think you can easily - and comfortably - amp up your personality. You're fun! When you get more relaxed in your commentary its more entertaining. When you tyryto be too formal (or 'professional' - whatever that is) it gets a little dry - you're doing great! Just keep going!

  • @LeighannRiceDietitian
    @LeighannRiceDietitian Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this! ❤

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    Жыл бұрын

    You're so welcome!

  • @rickharold7884
    @rickharold78844 жыл бұрын

    Awesome points. Would make a great poster to have on the wall. Thx for the video.

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Great idea!

  • @sierraarmstrong4111
    @sierraarmstrong4111 Жыл бұрын

    I struggle with even MAKING the content!!! I have no problem editing and posting it's make the content I struggle to do😭

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    Жыл бұрын

    Starting is the hardest part. But if you do, and are consistent. The results are massive.

  • @applejuice9579
    @applejuice95792 жыл бұрын

    Thankyou Philip!

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    2 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome Juice!

  • @TierraLynn
    @TierraLynn Жыл бұрын

    Love this ! 🥂✨

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    Жыл бұрын

    So glad!

  • @bespokebackdropsbranding1942
    @bespokebackdropsbranding19424 жыл бұрын

    We are all winging it! Solid advice here.

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Emma!

  • @justinfalzon6854
    @justinfalzon68544 жыл бұрын

    Not necessarily social media. But finalizing the book and cartoon series gives me a little anxiety.

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Just do it. Then move on to your next project. Volume not perfection. Everyone has a little anxiety - everyone! It's normal. Work PAST it.

  • @DaRKHuNTeRMK
    @DaRKHuNTeRMK4 жыл бұрын

    you are my go to guy whenever i have an interview .. and i have one tomorrow .. have a like on this video, while i rewatch some of your old ones to get back into the mindset :)

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Best of luck! HOW DID IT GO?

  • @DaRKHuNTeRMK

    @DaRKHuNTeRMK

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@PhilipVanDusen Well maybe you can give me a hint .. in my opinion it went great .. i was in there with the manager and the CEO for about an hour and a half .. they asked me mostly business and finance questions for a design job.. but i think i did good, i had a project ready to present to them and they were like wow this is great we are really fascinated by this you are the first person to do this on an interview .. they asked me some personal questions and design questions for like 20 minutes and then he said 3750 + bonuses .. as a junior i said yes that sounds awesome .. when i do i start. he said we will contact you by email, it was nice to meet you ... and dear Philip that was a week ago .. no email nothing .. what do i do .. btw thank you for suggesting i have something to present them i think that helped me a lot.

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@DaRKHuNTeRMK It sounds like it went well - as good as could be actually. A week isn't that long. They might be interviewing other candidates for a couple weeks and then make a decision. Don't freak about about it. You might shoot them a nice casual email thanking them again (hopefully you sent a thank you email immediately afterwards) for the great interview and maybe offering up a small additional thought or insight into something they said - or asked you. Then asking when they expect to making a decision. It's not too much to follow 1x week for 2-3 weeks. If you don't hear back after that - let it go and move on.

  • @DaRKHuNTeRMK

    @DaRKHuNTeRMK

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@PhilipVanDusen thanks for the answer .. its much appreciated. i actually did a rough UX sketch for their product ... should i put down the UI and wrap it with a nice mockup, send it that way as a.. "im interested in this position" or is that too much before i even have a job ?

  • @TheAjeetKumarr
    @TheAjeetKumarr2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Philip, Thanks for mentioning this fear. It's horrible in my case, First I don't find what to post, and second I become restless after posting. I think feeling like this Being an Actor is really unusual!

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    Жыл бұрын

    Ajeet, I come from a family of actors and I can tell you you guys are a very sensitive group. My answer is post often and then move on to the next. The more you post the less each one matters in the long run. Good luck!

  • @madness5693
    @madness56934 жыл бұрын

    Helpful video! Philip I beg you, please make a video on how a designer from a 3rd world country can work with international clients and set his career up. I think this will also help people who want to leave freelancing websites.

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Great idea. I'll see what I can do.

  • @rou9409
    @rou94092 жыл бұрын

    thank you for this great video. I hate and feel uncomfortable when people from real life know me on social media, I live in small city and I feel im watched all the time so I closed them all. I again opened new access and still face same issue. also my content and my original photos got stolen so many times even tho my acc is written. I really don't know what to do

  • @rou9409

    @rou9409

    2 жыл бұрын

    I searched to solve this issue because social media have a huge significance nowadays and really can help me with my career and personal life, I wish I could fix this but nothing is working for me.

  • @EvokeTennis
    @EvokeTennis3 жыл бұрын

    It’s crazy how many agencies that do amazing work for brands have almost no social at all! They are sitting on gold and don’t know what to do with it. 😂 guess it affects us at all levels

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    3 жыл бұрын

    I know, you're right. It TOTALLY blows me away that agencies don't do more. (Practice what you preach anyone???) But hey, more space for me...;-)

  • @autwar
    @autwar Жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    Жыл бұрын

    No problem

  • @Analias
    @Analias Жыл бұрын

    I have no clue who you are but your words are amazing !!

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    Жыл бұрын

    Analias, You're very welcome. Be sure to check out the other videos in my catalog. There's tons of great stuff there!

  • @Analias

    @Analias

    Жыл бұрын

    @@PhilipVanDusen i sure did haha you’re amazing! 🙏🏽

  • @iamarobot6625
    @iamarobot66252 жыл бұрын

    the fear now starts to become a big problem to me, i think it has come a mental illness or something in me :((

  • @alexanderparada8290
    @alexanderparada82902 жыл бұрын

    Trust me, I feel like an outsider posting a lot of crazy comments in the past. That hasn't done anything especially the things that I don't like which is why I don't want people to know about what I was doing in my past history.

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Alexander Parada! Thanks so much for checking out my video! I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment. Keep tuning in!

  • @alexanderparada8290

    @alexanderparada8290

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@PhilipVanDusen To be honest, I'm no saint for all those things that happened

  • @Thepixiebella
    @Thepixiebella Жыл бұрын

    This is a legit fear of mine! Lol

  • @randymainer1487
    @randymainer14872 жыл бұрын

    What do I need to start ..like a go pro set up ..and 🎤 mic sound .. how do I get good sound..

  • @randymainer1487

    @randymainer1487

    2 жыл бұрын

    Do I Do it live .. or Record it then post it...?

  • @tharun288
    @tharun2884 жыл бұрын

    Can I sell social media templates as group of bundle collections from my own website for very low price (like just for 2 dollars)? Will it helps me to make money? Waiting for your reply...

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    4 жыл бұрын

    Just do the math. How many $2 templates do you have to sell to make the money you want? Can you sell that many consistently. Can you drive that much web traffic to your site?

  • @RafOkpaise
    @RafOkpaise2 жыл бұрын

    After watching this video.. idgaf again I'm going to post as I like...

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    2 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely Ralph, do it.

  • @bluetopia42
    @bluetopia423 жыл бұрын

    4:31 Did you say Terror Barrier or Terreberry? @SteveTerreberry will like it! :D

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    3 жыл бұрын

    Terror barrier.

  • @billliecola9358
    @billliecola9358 Жыл бұрын

    how can i fake being confident while being authentic and vulnerable at the same time? genuine question 😣

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    Жыл бұрын

    You don’t. You just do it. Confidence is built from doing something over and over. No one starts off confident. And if you try to fake it, you’re shooting your self in the foot. Just be authentic. And grow confident over time.

  • @billliecola9358

    @billliecola9358

    Жыл бұрын

    @@PhilipVanDusen Thank you so much 🙏

  • @boblester8641
    @boblester86412 жыл бұрын

    Why post in the first place. I opted out

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    2 жыл бұрын

    Bob- I don’t blame you- it ain’t for everyone. Nor does it have to be.

  • @ARCHJOLTZ
    @ARCHJOLTZ Жыл бұрын

    Good video, play back 1.5x ;) Thank me later

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    Жыл бұрын

    Not an uncommon practice by MANY on YT in general- thanks for the comment Arch.

  • @ARCHJOLTZ

    @ARCHJOLTZ

    Жыл бұрын

    @@PhilipVanDusen ty for the content

  • @PhilipVanDusen

    @PhilipVanDusen

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ARCHJOLTZ Thanks Arch - let me know if there is any content you'd like to see me do.

  • @dfateekh
    @dfateekh8 ай бұрын

    Nobody cares😂😂😂 Thank you very much!

  • @michaelyuhas7159
    @michaelyuhas7159 Жыл бұрын

    This guy looks like John P0desta.